1.Program Definition and Services
Home Modification Services in Kansas are designed to help individuals with disabilities or older adults modify their homes to improve accessibility, safety, and independence. Services include:
- Installation of wheelchair ramps
- Bathroom modifications (grab bars, walk-in showers)
- Widening doorways
- Installing handrails
- Kitchen modifications
- Stair lifts
2. Regulations
The primary regulations governing Home Modification Services in Kansas are:
- Kansas Administrative Regulations (K.A.R.) related to HCBS waivers
- Federal regulations under the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Settings Rule
3. Licensing or Certification
No specific license is required to provide Home Modification Services in Kansas. However, contractors must be licensed by the county or city in which they work, if required
4. Responsible State Agency
The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) oversees Home Modification Services programs in Kansas
5. Application Process
The application process varies depending on the funding source :
- For Medicaid HCBS waivers: Apply through local Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
- For The Whole Person program: Contact their ADA/Home Access Program Coordinator
- For Community Development Block Grants: Apply through local government offices
6. Required Documentation
Required documentation may include:
- Proof of disability or age
- Income verification
- Home ownership or lease agreement
- Assessments of home modification needs
- Cost estimates from qualified contractors
7. Timeline for Approval
The timeline for approval is not specified by the State. However, for some programs, work must not be initiated until approval has been obtained through prior authorization
8. Pre-Application Process
While there's no formal pre-application process, individuals typically undergo a needs assessment to determine appropriate modifications
9. Pre-Application Training
No specific pre-application training is mentioned in the available results.
10. Additional Notes
- Eligibility often depends on factors such as income, age, disability status, and home ownership
- Multiple funding sources are available, including Medicaid waivers, Community Development Block Grants, and charitable organizations
- Kansas is working on ensuring compliance with the HCBS Settings Final Rule, which may affect how and where home modifications can be provided
- Some programs, like The Whole Person, utilize volunteers and local contractors to keep costs low
- Home modifications must be used on property the recipient leases or owns, or in the family home if still living there .
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